Meast
Mike Paradinas · 2004
140 min · 34 tracks · drum and bass · intelligent dance music · ambient techno
A labyrinth of intricate rhythms and ethereal textures that create a meditative soundscape.
Why this album works
Upon its release, 'Meast' received positive reviews from electronic music critics and showcased Paradinas's distinctive blend of ambient techno and intelligent dance music. The album further solidified his influence on the genre, contributing to the evolution of IDM (Intelligent Dance Music) during the early 2000s. It also helped introduce new listeners to the intricacies of electro-acoustic compositions and sound manipulation.
- Best for
- labyrinthine rhythms for exploration meditative soundscape for relaxation dynamic flow with peaks
- Context
- Released in 2004, 'Meast' is Mike Paradinas's first album after a five-year hiatus following his last release, 'Cavalcade.' At this point in his career, Paradinas had already established himself as a significant figure in the electronic music scene, particularly known for his work under the alias µ-Ziq. This album marks a continuation of his exploration into complex sound structures and ambient influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aphex Twin· Boards of Canada· The Orb
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Housewife Standout 3:55
- 2 Shistner's Bassflex 3:01
- 3 Spacious Hallway 2:16
- 4 Further 2 4:36
- 5 Tugboat Standout 5:58
- 6 P.V. 1:29
- 7 Local Jogger 3:39
- 8 Harpsichord 2:10
- 9 Trike 4:09
- 10 Residue 1:40
- 11 Carrier 4:42
- 12 Disclosed Standout 5:59
- 13 Jackal 4:40
- 14 It Starts with Bongos 4:48
- 15 Squirms 5:26
- 16 Bobby 5:59
- 17 Grandwash 5:24
Disc 2
- 1 Sad & Solid 5:33
- 2 Off Lemon 3:18
- 3 Orange Crumble 4:08
- 4 Detlev Bronk 3:10
- 5 Upton 3:28
- 6 Weiro 4:55
- 7 Peg 4:46
- 8 Lesque 2:40
- 9 Mocaseg 6:27
- 10 Go Ya Lo 4:56
- 11 Measty 3:28
- 12 Member 4:48
- 13 Mighty Softstep 2:39
- 14 My Piano & Me 4:44
- 15 Round & 1:22
- 16 Buttress 4:18
- 17 Broccoli 5:15
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